2007 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1997 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 328 | Applause |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
